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Windows 11 Promises Speed Boost Amid Upgrade Skepticism

6/29/2025

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Microsoft touts Windows 11 as a game-changer, boasting speeds up to 2.3 times faster than Windows 10. However, skeptics point out that the benchmarks rely on outdated PCs for comparison. As support for Windows 10 winds down by October 2025, Microsoft is stepping in with a free Extended Security Updates program until 2026 for those unable to upgrade.

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Microsoft touts Windows 11 as a game-changer, boasting speeds up to 2.3 times faster than Windows 10. However, skeptics point out that the benchmarks rely on outdated PCs for comparison. As support for Windows 10 winds down by October 2025, Microsoft is stepping in with a free Extended Security Updates program until 2026 for those unable to upgrade.